2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2006 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2006 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Condor 2006 Opel Vectra
Make Toyota Opel
Model Condor Vectra
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2358 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 113 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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